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Dear Neighbors:

Welcome to the wonderful Village of Morton Grove — a place where you can live, work, raise a family, and truly feel at home. As our tagline says so well, Morton Grove is Incredibly Close and Amazingly Open. We’re minutes from downtown Chicago, O’Hare Airport, and a wide variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

We are especially fortunate to have so much natural beauty right here — with forest preserve land covering about 20 percent of our community. That green space is a defining part of who we are, and I am committed to continuing efforts to beautify and preserve our Village — from thoughtful touches like streetscape decorations to ensuring that redevelopment is done in ways we can be proud of for generations to come.

At the same time, we must keep advancing the strong economic development progress we’ve made. By attracting the right mix of grocers, retail stores, and restaurants that residents want, we can maximize sales tax revenue, lessen the financial burden on homeowners, and support a vibrant local economy that benefits everyone.

Most importantly, Morton Grove has always been known for its close-knit, multigenerational community. Our residents take pride in getting involved — volunteering, supporting local events, and passing on that sense of connection from one generation to the next. I am deeply committed to fostering that spirit so that Morton Grove remains a place where everyone feels welcome and invested in our shared future.

My door is always open for your thoughts, ideas, and partnership. Thank you for being part of what makes Morton Grove such a special place to call home.

Mayor Janine Witko

E-Mail: Janine Witko